FA SH IO N

B u d d in g g e n iu s

Choose carefully: Big prints can

overwhelm a petite figure# so stick

with moderate buds. Smaller

prints can make plus-sizes look

larger, so a larger bloom flatters.

COLOR WHEEL

Bold streaks of vivid color form one big bloom

on this swingy dress. Temper the pattern with

layers of separates in complementary hues.

Trapeze dress, Eliza J, $118; nordstrom.com.

Ruched-front jacket, $70; expressfashion.com.

Summer cardigan, $25, Old Navy; 800/653-

6289 for stores. Patent leather skinny belt, $25;

landsend.com. Gruen watch, Avon, $35; avon.com.

“Adriana” sandals, Unisa, $49; piperlime.com.

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